RADT 245 Advanced Imaging Modalities, Image Analysis, and Pathology
This course consists of three major sections: Advanced Imaging Modalities, Radiographic Image Analysis, and Radiographic Pathology. The Advanced Imaging Modalities section provides an introduction to the principles and clinical applications of computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), mammography, interventional radiography, and cross-sectional anatomy. The Radiographic Pathology section is designed to help students analyze and differentiate normal and abnormal anatomic structures on radiographic images and understand the role of imaging modalities in the diagnosis and management of disease. The Image Analysis section prepares students to systematically critique radiographic images using established evaluation criteria and standards.
Hours Weekly
4 hours theory per week for 7 weeks
A graduate should be able to
- Demonstrate awareness of the fundamental principles and clinical applications of computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), mammography, and interventional radiography.
- Differentiate normal and abnormal anatomic structures and analyze radiographic manifestations of pathology to support diagnosis and management.
- Evaluate radiographic images using established criteria and recommend corrective actions to improve image quality.
A graduate should be able to
- Demonstrate awareness of the fundamental principles and clinical applications of computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA), mammography, and interventional radiography.
This objective is a course Goal Only
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Advanced Imaging Modalities final exam select questions
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Course grading rubric
- Differentiate normal and abnormal anatomic structures and analyze radiographic manifestations of pathology to support diagnosis and management.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Pathology project
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Pathology project grading rubric
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.
Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
Display strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Evaluate radiographic images using established criteria and recommend corrective actions to improve image quality.
Learning Activity Artifact
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Image analysis project, Image analysis final exam
Procedure for Assessing Student Learning
- Other (please fill out box below)
- Image analysis project rubric, Image analysis course grading rubric
Program Goal(s)
Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
Practice as clinically competent entry-level technologists.
Degree: Radiologic (X-Ray) Technology - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
Display strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.